Gingival Inflammation
August 13th, 2017
Overview
Look For
- Swelling and erythema of the gums.
Interpretation
- Gingivitis - generalised swelling and erythema.
- Abscess - localised swelling and erythema.
- Pericoronitis - inflammation surrounding a partially erupted tooth (e.g. wisdom tooth).
Causes of Gingival Inflammation
- Infection - bacterial, viral, fungal
- Trauma
- Dermatologic - lichen planus, pemphygoid, erythema multiforme
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Malnutrition
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